What are the main factors that influence a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

What industry pays the highest salary for Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering?

The Financial Services industry offers the highest average compensation for Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering roles, with salaries approximately 20% above the market median.

How does experience change A Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary?

A Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary grows with experience: a Civil Engineer I (0-2 years)earns $75,834, a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering (2-4 years)earns $92,334, a Civil Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $108,225, a Civil Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $126,757, a Civil Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $151,397,

What are the highest paying states for a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering?

Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering roles are District of Columbia $99,436, California $99,059, Massachusetts $97,739. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering roles make?

Salaries for Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering level roles vary by specialization: SVP of Civil Engineering: $243,553; Civil Engineering Director: $195,961; Civil Engineering Project Manager: $144,834; Civil Engineering Manager: $143,355; Professor - Civil Engineering: $140,587.

Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salary in Rhode Island

How much does a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering make in Rhode Island?

As of July 01, 2026, the average salary for a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering in Rhode Island is $93,114 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $45.

However, a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $113,360
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $85,819 to $103,711
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $79,178

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Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,711	$8,643	$1,994	$50
Average	$93,114	$7,759	$1,791	$45
25th Percentile	$85,819	$7,152	$1,650	$41

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Key Factors That Influence Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salaries

A Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $75,834
Early Career (1-2 years): $92,334
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $108,225
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $126,757
Expert (over 8 years): $151,397

Levels	Salary
Civil Eng... Level Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering	$75,834
Project M... Level Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering	$92,334
Civil Eng... Level Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering	$108,225
Civil Eng... Level Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering	$126,757
Civil Eng... Level Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering	$151,397

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How Do Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineerings. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $99,436.
California: $99,059.
Massachusetts: $97,739.

District of Columbia $99,436 California $99,059 Massachusetts $97,739 Washington $97,380 New Jersey $97,344 Alaska $97,218 Connecticut $95,979 New York $95,476

Hawaii $93,868 Rhode Island $93,114 Maryland $92,602 Minnesota $91,901 Colorado $91,632 Illinois $91,542 Oregon $91,201 Delaware $90,949

New Hampshire $90,791 Virginia $90,437 Pennsylvania $89,405 Nevada $88,884 North Dakota $88,713 Michigan $88,444 Wisconsin $88,345 Vermont $88,147

Texas $87,599 Maine $87,563 Arizona $87,510 Ohio $87,447 Georgia $86,620 Indiana $86,207 Wyoming $86,127 Utah $86,001

Iowa $85,947 Kansas $85,516 Louisiana $85,390 North Carolina $85,345 Missouri $85,327 Florida $84,977 Montana $84,788 Nebraska $84,609

Kentucky $84,510 South Carolina $84,151 Tennessee $83,926 Idaho $83,836 New Mexico $83,181 Oklahoma $83,037 Alabama $82,507 South Dakota $81,618

Arkansas $81,133 West Virginia $80,873 Mississippi $80,091

Top Paying Cities for Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineerings

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Adamsville: $94,278
Albion: $93,481
Ashaway: $94,099

Adamsville, RI $94,278 Albion, RI $93,481 Ashaway, RI $94,099 Barrington, RI $93,235 Block Island, RI $93,754 Bradford, RI $94,042 Bristol, RI $93,594 Carolina, RI $93,887

Charlestown, RI $93,921 Chepachet, RI $93,734 Clayville, RI $93,473 Coventry, RI $93,477 West Greenwich, RI $93,735 East Greenwich, RI $93,415 Exeter, RI $93,709 Fiskeville, RI $93,233

Forestdale, RI $93,952 Foster, RI $93,685 Glendale, RI $93,959 Greene, RI $93,808 Greenville, RI $93,269 Harmony, RI $93,389 Harrisville, RI $93,918 Hope, RI $93,291

Hope Valley, RI $94,016 Hopkinton, RI $94,140 Jamestown, RI $93,826 Kenyon, RI $93,875 Little Compton, RI $94,263 Manville, RI $93,604 Mapleville, RI $93,752 Newport, RI $93,920

Middletown, RI $93,961 North Kingstown, RI $93,575 North Scituate, RI $93,390 Oakland, RI $93,854 Pascoag, RI $93,980 Pawtucket, RI $93,096 Central Falls, RI $93,137 Cumberland, RI $93,666

Lincoln, RI $93,230 Portsmouth, RI $93,910 Prudence Island, RI $93,717 Rockville, RI $94,126 Saunderstown, RI $93,769 Shannock, RI $93,881 Slatersville, RI $93,952 Slocum, RI $93,767

Tiverton, RI $94,196 Wakefield, RI $93,849 Kingston, RI $93,813 Narragansett, RI $93,875 Peace Dale, RI $93,838 Warren, RI $93,476 Warwick, RI $93,215 Westerly, RI $94,121

West Kingston, RI $93,843 West Warwick, RI $93,329 Wood River Junction, RI $93,977 Woonsocket, RI $93,957 North Smithfield, RI $93,743 Wyoming, RI $93,881 Providence, RI $93,069 Cranston, RI $93,081

North Providence, RI $93,092 East Providence, RI $93,075 Riverside, RI $93,105 Rumford, RI $93,091 Smithfield, RI $93,280 Johnston, RI $93,124

Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salary by Industry: Top Paying Sectors

For Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering roles, the industry you choose can affect earning potential by as much as 45% (the gap between the highest and lowest paying industries). Data shows that the Financial Services and Software & Networking sectors offer the strongest compensation, at 20% above the average. In contrast, Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering positions in Hospitality & Leisure or Retail & Wholesale typically offer lower base pay, as these industries often view Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering as a support function rather than a direct revenue driver.

The top paying industries for a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering

Industry Sector	Average Annual Salary	Average Hourly Rate	Pay vs.Avg
Financial Services	$111,736	$54.0	20%
Software & Networking	$111,736	$54.0	20%
Biotechnology	$107,081	$51.0	15%
Internet	$107,081	$51.0	15%
Energy & Utilities	$102,425	$49.0	10%

Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Project Manager/Engineer - Civil Engineering's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on July 01, 2026

$85,819

Average $93,114/year

$103,711

$7,152

Average $7,759/month

$8,643

$1,650

Average $1,791/week

$1,994

$41

Average $45/hour

$50

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$103,711	$8,643	$1,994	$50
Average	$93,114	$7,759	$1,791	$45
25th Percentile	$85,819	$7,152	$1,650	$41

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